Back in 1979, I walked to my local Jeep dealership. They had a '79 CJ5, no power steering no power brakes, 4 speed w/ granny, no back seat no top as it set on the lot... Oh and the tire carrier was on the side.... At the age of 16, I paid cash and still own it, upgraded to dana 44's with Detroit lockers n have rebuilt the 258, twice.... And a few new clutches. I LOVE MY Jeep !
i started with a 78 cj5 with the 258, crashed and burned that one, soon after i picked up a 1977 cj5 with a 304, swapped it with a rebuilt 360 still have it today, just tuned it up an hour ago, 30 years and counting :)
I used to have a late 1970 CJ-5, that I bought used from an AMC dealer. There isn't much that I couldn't tell you about that Jeep, but the one thing that stood out over the time I had it, is that it was built from all sorts of leftover Jeep parts!! The basic Jeep was 1970, the radiator was a 1968, the transmission was a 1969 and the transfer case was a 1967!!! Kaiser knew it was the end and was trying to use up everything they had. This one came factory with the roll bar and the rarer "safari" soft top. I loved that top because it was designed to roll the two side up as well as the back so you could have the roof only for a sunshade. It also came factory equipped with two heaters, one of which was for heat and defrost and the second under the passenger side of the dash for extra heat in the very cold winters. I could sweat somebody right out with those! Also had the standard 225 V-6 odd-fire that was a real brute with all sorts of torque!! Here's some links to the Jeep (sadly, I do not own it now) with a couple more notes: Portrait in my driveway of my pride and joy at the time. You can see the orange steering shock. When I bought the Jeep, it had a horrible shake at about 52 mph. The dealer added that before I signed. Found out later that the tires merely needed air! LOL The color of the Jeep is also interesting. It never had any other color, and this is 1970 FORD blue! Took me a LONG time to figure that out!! www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/gyntcnh487lepeip7401x/jeep.JPG?rlkey=ccg3o157oupe7bffxgu0q8ttq&dl=0 Front view where you can see the roll bar under the safari top: www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/cunmn4vp25511z893b68v/0028.jpg?rlkey=2jymzr8bvwo00zvongh1uyms7&dl=0 Rear view but this is important! NO the tailgates were NOT blank! This one is original and said Jeep: www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/y7vxej69u45cv0v9bw2eh/Image38.tif?rlkey=pn83gehg556tddtzrfd2a89kp&dl=0 PS: Although your speedo looks right, you may have inadvertently gotten a 6V or a 24V one.
That is the nicest CJ5 I have ever seen....good job. My daily driver is a 52 M38A1....11800 miles when I bought it out of covered storage...now at 18000...be proud of the work you did, nobody understands what we endure to keep these old vehicles rolling
This is the atrocity I had to commit to make an old CJ useful. Frame was gone, everything else rusted. The body is held down to the frame with 7 bolts right now. It ain't purtty, but it sure works. th-cam.com/video/ur-NZlPFM8I/w-d-xo.html
Beautiful Jeep. You did a great job in restoring it. I've got a original Renegade 1. I bought it from the original owner,back in 1987 . It was my second jeep,had a 73 first. Mine had or has all the things you described,plus. It is the light blue,I think it's called sierra blue. Its has the Renegade black strips,225 odd fire ,rebuilt warn overdrive,27 and 44 diffs, 4:88 gears,single rollbar,t14 and t18 transfer case. I've rebuilt the engine ,transfer case is original,replaced the trany,4:56 gears,now. It's got a full cage roll bar now,full harness seats and belts,2 and a half ranchco lift. Still have the original spare tire rack on it,new exhaust,31 inch self cleaning tread tires,new top and doors,bikini top. Original dash and back seat,rhino lined the whole inside and dash. The last thing it really needs is to be repainted,the original blue,and put on the new renegade strips I have. The last few years have been good to it,since I've got my 2005 wrangler,i've been able to give it a break and take it easy on it. We are a jeep family,my sons got a 2006 wrangler,both are automatics,they drive like a car,not a tractor. I hope mine turns out as nice as yours did. Jeeps,once you been infected you can't get cured!!
I have a 68 that grandpa bought new. Owned for a few years in 80's and got back 10 yrs ago... Pretty rough. It has small amber turn signal and none on the fenders. Didn't run for 5 yrs but have her going again... plans in the works for some restoration. Your 70 is beautiful.
Britt, not sure if your following comments anymore, the issue with your fuel gauge/temp gauge not working is simple. The original gauge cluster had a cardboard piece with wound copper wire that reduced the ohms and prevented the gauge from burning up.
I bought a 1970 CJ5 back in 1980. It had the V6 and flanged axle and the heavy spring pack and the 10 inch drums, but original color was red. I am now starting a frame off restoration of a 1966 CJ5 with the 225 V6. I could never get the old Jeep out of my blood stream.
If it’s power brakes and the brake rod hasn’t been modified the rear brakes are virtually non existent. If you have a long throw in a mushy pedal this is most certainly your problem. All CJ’s had this problem with the power disc brakes through their entire production run up to 1986. Good luck.
That is a sweet Jeep man, you don't see too many CJ5's anymore! I am in the process of restoring a CJ7 right now. Can't wait until I am enjoying it like you are!
Several decades ago I had the unique experience of driving an original still in service military (NATO issue) olive-drab flat-fender high bonneted Willys Jeep, in bone stock condition, complete with bare steel-rimmed steering wheel. I have to add it happened under combat conditions, which added to the adrenaline.
Excellent restoration! My first Jeep ride was in a 1970 CJ5 and I was hooked. My first car was a 1967 CJ5 very much like yours, even down to the red color. It had the Dauntless 225 engine. It was a rust-bucket, but very, very fun to drive. So many things in this video reminds me of it. You say you are unsure if the speedometer in your Jeep is correct. The speedometer in my 1967 was identical to the one you've got -- and like yours, I could never make it work. I salute you for the work that you've done, and thanks for sharing the video!
Its hard to beat the look of a fairly stock old cj with some tall skinnies. Ive had many jeeps but I miss my 73 cj 5. I made the 4.2 scream. It drove like a Porsche as far as Im concerned. You did a good job. Aside from mine being orange with white wheels it looked just like yours. One of the very few vehicles that sell for more than they did new.
Sorry about spelling cannot see this on the tiny phone. Bought 78 CJ5 owned seveal jeeps. Reworking a 78 CJ5 232 3 speed Appears to be a old Renegade. Run and drives but a lotta work $5000 in and still going. Love my old 78 CJ5. My wife and kids cryed when we traded it in 1986. Nothing Like the Littke CJ-5. I would rather gave it than a new one any day.
I had a 1979 CJ5 years ago. It was a great rig. Would like to come across another one. If I had a choice I would like a 1970 to 1981. They all have some challenges, but in the end are a blast to have.
I have a 1978 CJ5 with 85k original miles. It was restored about 12yrs ago and I just bought it from the guy the did a off frame restoration. He put 1000 miles on it in 10yrs. It has a very heavy duty fiberglass tub. Jeep is red like yours. It has a set of aluminum wheels (15x8) with 3.75 backspace. With 32x11.50 tires BFG M/T’s. This Jeep looks to have a 2-3in lift. Last owner was not a car or Jeep guy. He really didn’t know much about it. Because it sat for 10yrs I’m going over everything. Tune up, changing all fluids and oils. It has a 232 6cylinder with the T150 transmission, Dana 300 transfer case. I believe it has a 3:42 gear from what I can tell. My question is, Does your 34x9.50 mudders rub? If I go to a 33x12.50 they will rub. And I’m afraid if I go to a 31x10.50 it will look funny because of the lift. I already have a 1inch spacer in rear because the front axle is one inch wider. I don’t want to run a spacer in the front I would like to find a set of stock wheels a try the 34x9.50’s but I need to know the back space you have on your wheels. I have a walk around video on my channel. It’s my latest video from 2 weeks ago. Could you watch it and give me some ideas? I would really appreciate it.. Thanks.
There's tons of jeep build vids out there. I'm working on a 1980 cj5..man the things ya gotta go thru...all original with the atomic 4 banger.. leaving it alone runs fine.. never hit 30 on a trail anyway. Love the ole jeep.
My first Jeep was a CJ5... I'm so glad I sold it, and put money in my 2nd Jeep... A 77 CJ7. Those 5s look nice, but damn they're a pain in the ass getting in and out of one. That slanted door cut was the bane of my existence!
That's crazy the container was the same size as the glove box, I'll have to remember that when I replace mine. Also I'm really digging the red and the wheels, nice looking jeep.
It worked like a charm! I did have to get a bigger one than I thought though! The place I went to let me go out and size up the containers with the glove box. 😁
In 1974 i learned to drive a manual transmission in a 1969 Jeep CJ-5. my Dad would drive me to the church parking lot which had a field out back and i would drive around it . i took my driver,s test in that Jeep ,and somehow scored 100%.
Beautiful. The tall lift and tall tires aren't my style ( I prefer something like a 3" lift and 30x 950 tires) But I love the footprint. I think the old schoolers look best when they keep the utility look , withthe tires no wider than the body dripline. What a lot of work - and patience!
Nice set up just perfect for all around driving. Not to high lift so drive line didn't create bad angles which drive ability is kept . good ground clearance . nice creativity with the restoration.
Great video! It’s motivating me to look for a Jeep similar to yours. Even tho it looks simple, you went into good detail to help me out when looking into a CJ5...
"jeep perfume" i absolutely love it. here in southwestern ontario it was super warm this evening so i went for a ride (20:00hrs-20:22hrs roughly) and never even thought about the after effects (aka: perfume). that perfume, yep i got it and it's all good. never noticed until you mentioned it - thanks :P edit: sorry - i'm sporting a '74 CJ5. love it, absolutely loving it.
You did a fantastic resto on that CJ probably the finest I've ever seen that gives me inspiration for the one i've got. If you do another project I'd like to see it as well, no matter what it is. Good job! Ill send a video when I jump into my 1960 CJ-5 Its a dauntless and Ill probably keep that in it, although a friend gave me a 1991 Olds 98 with a even fire but Im not sure If I should go with that or not any advice is appreciated. Thank you for sharing.
Gotta tell ya..love the jeep and the vid. Bro I'm on my 5th cj5 none better. That blue was a promo..you probably got one of the first cj5 Levi Jean colors..all after market makes..later came the Golden Eagles.and the v8s. My new rebuild is an 80 cj5..yeah strange..title and numbers matching..original4.. I want to keep it that way.. Great video!!
Absolutely top shelf job!! Really enjoyed the video. Fantastic the way you brought it back to "original" looking. Love the tailgate, too. Well done, sir!
1. Paint it O.D. Green 2. Put on the Military bridge plate in the Front on the grill 3. Put on the Black out lights on both the front fenders and in rear 4. Replace rear light with Army jeep tail lights. 5. Get the decals and Put them on, There is a company and dose them. When all is send and done, People will. Complement you on your cheat and even offer you money for it.
PFC Thomas Blackhawk- I respectfully disagree...it's a CJ not an M38a1. If I had a $1 for every *--hole telling me to doll mine (a '49 CJ3A) up that way the resto'd be paid for. Clones can be cool, but originals are still obtainable for those who want the military styling. Best of luck on your own build, I'm sure you'll enjoy the results.
Check the ground for the speedometer. Even if you have to run one to the ground for the engine or to the battery. You probably have already its just what I had to do
Very interesting. I'm from Nagaland, India and own a 1963 CJ 5 M 38 A1. It belonged to the Pakistan Army and was captured by the Indian Army in 1971. Unfortunately, due to the lack of spares, I've converted it to right hand drive and it runs on a Mahindra Diesel engine with matching gearbox and differentials.
I've got a 70 Kaiser Cj-5 Renegade I in my garage right now I inherited from my Dad, and as far as I know, the gas cap and filler neck are located on the back of the passenger side of the tub, did you install an extra fuel tank under your driver seat? If so that's a great idea, I wouldn't mind doin that to mine.....and omfg install a full cage roll bar, it's insane to drive a Jeep without one....
I don’t know if you figured this out yet or not but stock is under the driver seat the aftermarket ones are from the 72 and up I just put one rear tank in my 71 and use all the filler neck stuff for the 72
minixboy ....I just picked up an 85 Cj-7 with 38,000 original miles, it's got the "Levi's" edition interior, glass, and color scheme, from my Dad's 78yr old huntin buddy....for $3000 I shit you not...🤘🏻
this is going to sound weird, but it's going to prove true. the speedo gauge unit doesn't like certain grounding methods. you can make the temp peg out or flatline by adding or removing ground signal in the wrong spot. for instance, grounding from the lighting causes the gauges to go wonky. adding isolators such as rubber or cardboard to the gauges, then grounding the lighting bulb case can make the gauge do the exact opposite of what it's doing. play with the grounds by starting with none and add one to the case, then remove and touch to the bulb case on one of the backlights. you'll see the gauges respond differently.
I’ve watch this video a couple of times but never tell the tire size. I have officially started reconstruction of my 61 Willy’s cj5 and don’t want a big ol wide tire and they make look perfect. So if you could let me know the tires thanks love the videos.
The dauntless odd fire engine is special not just a 225 Dauntless has special 50 lb fly wheel for low end chug along Special cam shaft All the fenders crack Looks like a1974 windshield frame Most likely the frame is cracked at the spring hangers where they are riveted to frame I drilled out the rivets cut hangers off Welded frame took rectangular tubeing cut it alittle longer than the spring hanger Cut section out so tube would slip into frame rail then bolted hanger back into place before re welding them Had my jeep for over 20 years frame never cracked again Made a new rear crossmember out of heavyer metal Made a passenger seat bracket so both seats were the same height Many more modifications Finally sold it to friend who kept begging me to sell it to them Still have the original manual for the jeep Do miss the jeep but new ones are better and safer had 4 jeeps 53 69 74 93 In a jeep club for over 20 years
Britt, I have a 76 CJ5, completely original except for the 327 small block Chevy. I really hate that it has non-power drum brakes. Where can I get a good power disk brake kit from?
jaco5187 The Jeep Guy has them. Any disc brake setup off of a Dana 30 CJ axle 77-86 will bolt right on. Just google the item I know of at least a half dozen other companies that supply the entire kit or parts to piece it together.
Great job Britt ! You now have a new subscriber. Looking forward to more content on older Jeeps. Seems most of the channels are all about the newer "cookie cutter" jeeps. Refreshing to see a channel like yours ! Keep up the good work. 😁
Beautiful built., I’m building a 71 CJ five where in the hell did you get that right hand passenger side exhaust manifold at? I’m having trouble finding one for that side of the vehicle. I don’t want to put fender well headers on it and then the other headers available are hitting the starter any advice?
Yo Brit. Will here. Great video, very knowledgeable. I own a 68-70 mashup CJ5 with rear gas filler, side spare, 225 Dauntless. Question, what paint code are your rims? Someone painted over mine, I’ve been out of luck finding any info. Even Billy from S.V.E in CT was having trouble.
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Back in 1979, I walked to my local Jeep dealership.
They had a '79 CJ5, no power steering no power brakes, 4 speed w/ granny, no back seat no top as it set on the lot...
Oh and the tire carrier was on the side....
At the age of 16, I paid cash and still own it, upgraded to dana 44's with Detroit lockers n have rebuilt the 258, twice....
And a few new clutches.
I LOVE MY Jeep !
When Jeeps were real Jeeps!
i started with a 78 cj5 with the 258, crashed and burned that one, soon after i picked up a 1977 cj5 with a 304, swapped it with a rebuilt 360 still have it today, just tuned it up an hour ago, 30 years and counting :)
@@cfvrqbut it’s not stock and the engines been rebuilt twice
I used to have a late 1970 CJ-5, that I bought used from an AMC dealer. There isn't much that I couldn't tell you about that Jeep, but the one thing that stood out over the time I had it, is that it was built from all sorts of leftover Jeep parts!! The basic Jeep was 1970, the radiator was a 1968, the transmission was a 1969 and the transfer case was a 1967!!! Kaiser knew it was the end and was trying to use up everything they had. This one came factory with the roll bar and the rarer "safari" soft top. I loved that top because it was designed to roll the two side up as well as the back so you could have the roof only for a sunshade. It also came factory equipped with two heaters, one of which was for heat and defrost and the second under the passenger side of the dash for extra heat in the very cold winters. I could sweat somebody right out with those! Also had the standard 225 V-6 odd-fire that was a real brute with all sorts of torque!! Here's some links to the Jeep (sadly, I do not own it now) with a couple more notes:
Portrait in my driveway of my pride and joy at the time. You can see the orange steering shock. When I bought the Jeep, it had a horrible shake at about 52 mph. The dealer added that before I signed. Found out later that the tires merely needed air! LOL The color of the Jeep is also interesting. It never had any other color, and this is 1970 FORD blue! Took me a LONG time to figure that out!!
www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/gyntcnh487lepeip7401x/jeep.JPG?rlkey=ccg3o157oupe7bffxgu0q8ttq&dl=0
Front view where you can see the roll bar under the safari top:
www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/cunmn4vp25511z893b68v/0028.jpg?rlkey=2jymzr8bvwo00zvongh1uyms7&dl=0
Rear view but this is important! NO the tailgates were NOT blank! This one is original and said Jeep:
www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/y7vxej69u45cv0v9bw2eh/Image38.tif?rlkey=pn83gehg556tddtzrfd2a89kp&dl=0
PS: Although your speedo looks right, you may have inadvertently gotten a 6V or a 24V one.
That is the nicest CJ5 I have ever seen....good job. My daily driver is a 52 M38A1....11800 miles when I bought it out of covered storage...now at 18000...be proud of the work you did, nobody understands what we endure to keep these old vehicles rolling
This is the atrocity I had to commit to make an old CJ useful. Frame was gone, everything else rusted. The body is held down to the frame with 7 bolts right now. It ain't purtty, but it sure works.
th-cam.com/video/ur-NZlPFM8I/w-d-xo.html
That "useless information" means a lot to some of us. Good job on it. 👍
Unreal brother absolutely beautiful!! And your information isn’t useless at all, I just bought a 1970 Cj5! Gonna count on you to guide me!
Sweet Jeep Mr Clark! I have a 75 cj5 that I've had since brand new. First car I ever drove! I was 8 years old and I'm 56 now.
Great video and comments! Thanks for sharing! Love your Jeep!
Beautiful Jeep! I've loved Jeeps since I was a kid and will eventually own a CJ5.
BEAUTIFUL! My pop used to take me offroad in his pre AMC CJ5.
The Jeep history and additional details are interesting and entertaining as well.
Beautiful Jeep. You did a great job in restoring it. I've got a original Renegade 1. I bought it from the original owner,back in 1987 . It was my second jeep,had a 73 first. Mine had or has all the things you described,plus. It is the light blue,I think it's called sierra blue. Its has the Renegade black strips,225 odd fire ,rebuilt warn overdrive,27 and 44 diffs, 4:88 gears,single rollbar,t14 and t18 transfer case. I've rebuilt the engine ,transfer case is original,replaced the trany,4:56 gears,now. It's got a full cage roll bar now,full harness seats and belts,2 and a half ranchco lift. Still have the original spare tire rack on it,new exhaust,31 inch self cleaning tread tires,new top and doors,bikini top. Original dash and back seat,rhino lined the whole inside and dash. The last thing it really needs is to be repainted,the original blue,and put on the new renegade strips I have. The last few years have been good to it,since I've got my 2005 wrangler,i've been able to give it a break and take it easy on it. We are a jeep family,my sons got a 2006 wrangler,both are automatics,they drive like a car,not a tractor. I hope mine turns out as nice as yours did. Jeeps,once you been infected you can't get cured!!
Love time time you took to detail, just brought home a 67 cj5 to keep our 90 yj company. Now to start our cj5 build!
Timeless classic Jeep. A thing of beauty!
I have a 68 that grandpa bought new. Owned for a few years in 80's and got back 10 yrs ago... Pretty rough. It has small amber turn signal and none on the fenders. Didn't run for 5 yrs but have her going again... plans in the works for some restoration. Your 70 is beautiful.
You did a great job! Love the Willy’s tailgate on the Kaiser Jeep.👍👍👍
Britt, not sure if your following comments anymore, the issue with your fuel gauge/temp gauge not working is simple. The original gauge cluster had a cardboard piece with wound copper wire that reduced the ohms and prevented the gauge from burning up.
I bought a 1970 CJ5 back in 1980. It had the V6 and flanged axle and the heavy spring pack and the 10 inch drums, but original color was red. I am now starting a frame off restoration of a 1966 CJ5 with the 225 V6. I could never get the old Jeep out of my blood stream.
That's awesome! 👍👍
sorry, didnt realize this was from 4 years ago
My cj5 has the V 6 1959 it's been hot roded . And is fun to drive . I really like the look you got with yours
Good Job!! Just picked up a 78 CJ5. Yes, mine doesn't stop very well either. Nice looking Jeep.
Thanks! You'll get that 78 going in no time I'm sure! Definitely something to say about having parts readily available! 👍👍
If it’s power brakes and the brake rod hasn’t been modified the rear brakes are virtually non existent. If you have a long throw in a mushy pedal this is most certainly your problem. All CJ’s had this problem with the power disc brakes through their entire production run up to 1986. Good luck.
Wow Britt great video and glad I found you. Just bought a 62 yesterday and will be looking your way for advice........
That thing is beautiful! I had a 1980 that was stolen and I still miss it.
Great job,Strong work!
this looks really good
That is a sweet Jeep man, you don't see too many CJ5's anymore!
I am in the process of restoring a CJ7 right now. Can't wait until I am enjoying it like you are!
Beautiful job. It’s been awhile but I believe my Jeep was a 1965 Willy’s Kaiser. 4 cylinder, 538 gear ratio. Excellent video
Several decades ago I had the unique experience of driving an original still in service military (NATO issue) olive-drab flat-fender high bonneted Willys Jeep, in bone stock condition, complete with bare steel-rimmed steering wheel. I have to add it happened under combat conditions, which added to the adrenaline.
Amazing Video, Awesome Jeep, I Have a 1982 Cj5, And a new TH-cam Channel dude you’ve nailed it with the Jeep and video!!!
Just beautiful!🥰👍
I love old jeeps, interesting video, well done.
Excellent restoration! My first Jeep ride was in a 1970 CJ5 and I was hooked. My first car was a 1967 CJ5 very much like yours, even down to the red color. It had the Dauntless 225 engine. It was a rust-bucket, but very, very fun to drive. So many things in this video reminds me of it. You say you are unsure if the speedometer in your Jeep is correct. The speedometer in my 1967 was identical to the one you've got -- and like yours, I could never make it work. I salute you for the work that you've done, and thanks for sharing the video!
Awesome job!!! Love it
Very nice job on that CJ! Looks great!
Scary f#*king gas tank. Nice job on the Jeep! It's awesome.
Super clean, great job on the build.
Thank you! I appreciate that! I'm sure you'd agree that there's nothing like CJ's!
For sure! Mine is no where near as clean as yours but it still draws attention wherever we take it.
Such a good feeling!
Its hard to beat the look of a fairly stock old cj with some tall skinnies. Ive had many jeeps but I miss my 73 cj 5. I made the 4.2 scream. It drove like a Porsche as far as Im concerned. You did a good job. Aside from mine being orange with white wheels it looked just like yours. One of the very few vehicles that sell for more than they did new.
Sorry about spelling cannot see this on the tiny phone. Bought 78 CJ5 owned seveal jeeps. Reworking a 78 CJ5 232 3 speed Appears to be a old Renegade. Run and drives but a lotta work $5000 in and still going. Love my old 78 CJ5. My wife and kids cryed when we traded it in 1986. Nothing Like the Littke CJ-5. I would rather gave it than a new one any day.
I had a 1979 CJ5 years ago. It was a great rig. Would like to come across another one. If I had a choice I would like a 1970 to 1981. They all have some challenges, but in the end are a blast to have.
I own at 2017 2 door red JK Willys, love it so much, but love yours as much. I will have time to work on a CJ project when I retire in 5 years.
Great story and great work! Very cool machine!
I have a 1978 CJ5 with 85k original miles. It was restored about 12yrs ago and I just bought it from the guy the did a off frame restoration. He put 1000 miles on it in 10yrs. It has a very heavy duty fiberglass tub. Jeep is red like yours. It has a set of aluminum wheels (15x8) with 3.75 backspace. With 32x11.50 tires BFG M/T’s. This Jeep looks to have a 2-3in lift. Last owner was not a car or Jeep guy. He really didn’t know much about it. Because it sat for 10yrs I’m going over everything. Tune up, changing all fluids and oils. It has a 232 6cylinder with the T150 transmission, Dana 300 transfer case. I believe it has a 3:42 gear from what I can tell.
My question is, Does your 34x9.50 mudders rub? If I go to a 33x12.50 they will rub. And I’m afraid if I go to a 31x10.50 it will look funny because of the lift. I already have a 1inch spacer in rear because the front axle is one inch wider. I don’t want to run a spacer in the front I would like to find a set of stock wheels a try the 34x9.50’s but I need to know the back space you have on your wheels. I have a walk around video on my channel. It’s my latest video from 2 weeks ago. Could you watch it and give me some ideas? I would really appreciate it.. Thanks.
Awesome video - thanks. I'm a new owner of a '74 and loving it!
There's tons of jeep build vids out there. I'm working on a 1980 cj5..man the things ya gotta go thru...all original with the atomic 4 banger.. leaving it alone runs fine.. never hit 30 on a trail anyway. Love the ole jeep.
Love your build
Now that's a real JEEP !
Baylor58 Duncan why?
Not useless information I loved that part
My first Jeep was a CJ5... I'm so glad I sold it, and put money in my 2nd Jeep... A 77 CJ7.
Those 5s look nice, but damn they're a pain in the ass getting in and out of one. That slanted door cut was the bane of my existence!
That's gorgeous
That's crazy the container was the same size as the glove box, I'll have to remember that when I replace mine. Also I'm really digging the red and the wheels, nice looking jeep.
It worked like a charm! I did have to get a bigger one than I thought though! The place I went to let me go out and size up the containers with the glove box. 😁
The perfect lift on a really nice CJ5 well done buddy!
I just got a 1969 cj5 and I watched your video, it was so helpful I’m hoping that I could ask you a few questions
I wanted to find out more about you fixing your breaks
I loved your video of switching out your breaks on your cj5 im looking forward to switching out mine on my 1969 Cj thank you again great video
In 1974 i learned to drive a manual transmission in a 1969 Jeep CJ-5. my Dad would drive me to the church parking lot which had a field out back and i would drive around it . i took my driver,s test in that Jeep ,and somehow scored 100%.
So cool! I wish I was that lucky!
Beautiful jeep I have a 90 jeep only 52,000 miles on unfortunately it has only been used for plowing condos I need to start restoration on it soon
Beautiful. The tall lift and tall tires aren't my style ( I prefer something like a 3" lift and 30x 950 tires) But I love the footprint. I think the old schoolers look best when they keep the utility look , withthe tires no wider than the body dripline. What a lot of work - and patience!
Love the build, I just wrapped up year 3 on my 1980 CJ5 with a AMC 360 Resto and Jeep Beach 2020 in Daytona is on the list
Love it!!!! greetings from Argentina.
Beautiful Jeep !
Nice work, good attention to detail. I do the longfender AMC years, myself.
Nice set up just perfect for all around driving. Not to high lift so drive line didn't create bad angles which drive ability is kept . good ground clearance . nice creativity with the restoration.
Great video! It’s motivating me to look for a Jeep similar to yours. Even tho it looks simple, you went into good detail to help me out when looking into a CJ5...
Glad I could help!
"jeep perfume" i absolutely love it. here in southwestern ontario it was super warm this evening so i went for a ride (20:00hrs-20:22hrs roughly) and never even thought about the after effects (aka: perfume). that perfume, yep i got it and it's all good. never noticed until you mentioned it - thanks :P
edit: sorry - i'm sporting a '74 CJ5. love it, absolutely loving it.
You did a fantastic resto on that CJ probably the finest I've ever seen that gives me inspiration for the one i've got. If you do another project I'd like to see it as well, no matter what it is. Good job! Ill send a video when I jump into my 1960 CJ-5 Its a dauntless and Ill probably keep that in it, although a friend gave me a 1991 Olds 98 with a even fire but Im not sure If I should go with that or not any advice is appreciated. Thank you for sharing.
Looks great
I love all the vestigial stampings on the cj5.
this is a beautiful machine u got
Great job on your CJ! Just wanted to let you know the larger turn signals in the grill and reflectors on the fenders started in 70.
Canadian 1970 CJ's had the reflector on the side of the hood.
Awesome Jeep ! Great restoration job!
Love the details
Nice simple and decent restoration.
Very cool truck! 👌
Gotta tell ya..love the jeep and the vid. Bro I'm on my 5th cj5 none better. That blue was a promo..you probably got one of the first cj5 Levi Jean colors..all after market makes..later came the Golden Eagles.and the v8s. My new rebuild is an 80 cj5..yeah strange..title and numbers matching..original4.. I want to keep it that way.. Great video!!
Absolutely top shelf job!! Really enjoyed the video. Fantastic the way you brought it back to "original" looking. Love the tailgate, too. Well done, sir!
I love the jeep bro.
Loved the video I have a 1975 CJ5 all original that I want to restore.
1. Paint it O.D. Green
2. Put on the Military bridge plate in the Front
on the grill
3. Put on the
Black out lights
on both the front fenders and in rear
4. Replace rear light with Army jeep tail lights.
5. Get the decals and
Put them on,
There is a company
and dose them.
When all is send and done,
People will. Complement you on your cheat and even offer you money for it.
PFC Thomas Blackhawk- I respectfully disagree...it's a CJ not an M38a1. If I had a $1 for every *--hole telling me to doll mine (a '49 CJ3A) up that way the resto'd be paid for. Clones can be cool, but originals are still obtainable for those who want the military styling. Best of luck on your own build, I'm sure you'll enjoy the results.
Check the ground for the speedometer. Even if you have to run one to the ground for the engine or to the battery. You probably have already its just what I had to do
Very interesting. I'm from Nagaland, India and own a 1963 CJ 5 M 38 A1. It belonged to the Pakistan Army and was captured by the Indian Army in 1971. Unfortunately, due to the lack of spares, I've converted it to right hand drive and it runs on a Mahindra Diesel engine with matching gearbox and differentials.
excelente video!!
I've got a 70 Kaiser Cj-5 Renegade I in my garage right now I inherited from my Dad, and as far as I know, the gas cap and filler neck are located on the back of the passenger side of the tub, did you install an extra fuel tank under your driver seat? If so that's a great idea, I wouldn't mind doin that to mine.....and omfg install a full cage roll bar, it's insane to drive a Jeep without one....
I don’t know if you figured this out yet or not but stock is under the driver seat the aftermarket ones are from the 72 and up I just put one rear tank in my 71 and use all the filler neck stuff for the 72
Very good buddy hugs from Brazil
miss my 1975 cj5 with the 304 in it sure was a screaming demon up the strip mines here in pa back in 77
Man love your Jeep. I have a 85 CJ7 which I’m trying to restore.
minixboy ....I just picked up an 85 Cj-7 with 38,000 original miles, it's got the "Levi's" edition interior, glass, and color scheme, from my Dad's 78yr old huntin buddy....for $3000 I shit you not...🤘🏻
Beautiful rig
Nice CJ!
Nice build !!!
That dash pad is from a 72-75 renagade
Looks great nice job what break master cyclinder did you use and is there after market pedal linkage thanks
this is going to sound weird, but it's going to prove true. the speedo gauge unit doesn't like certain grounding methods. you can make the temp peg out or flatline by adding or removing ground signal in the wrong spot. for instance, grounding from the lighting causes the gauges to go wonky. adding isolators such as rubber or cardboard to the gauges, then grounding the lighting bulb case can make the gauge do the exact opposite of what it's doing. play with the grounds by starting with none and add one to the case, then remove and touch to the bulb case on one of the backlights. you'll see the gauges respond differently.
Nice CJ!! lots of work was put into that for sure. Great job. Just subscribed
Thank you! I appreciate the kind words!
I’ve watch this video a couple of times but never tell the tire size. I have officially started reconstruction of my 61 Willy’s cj5 and don’t want a big ol wide tire and they make look perfect. So if you could let me know the tires thanks love the videos.
The dauntless odd fire engine is special not just a 225
Dauntless has special 50 lb fly wheel for low end chug along
Special cam shaft
All the fenders crack
Looks like a1974 windshield frame
Most likely the frame is cracked at the spring hangers where they are riveted to frame
I drilled out the rivets cut hangers off
Welded frame took rectangular tubeing cut it alittle longer than the spring hanger
Cut section out so tube would slip into frame rail then bolted hanger back into place before re welding them
Had my jeep for over 20 years frame never cracked again
Made a new rear crossmember out of heavyer metal
Made a passenger seat bracket so both seats were the same height
Many more modifications
Finally sold it to friend who kept begging me to sell it to them
Still have the original manual for the jeep
Do miss the jeep but new ones are better and safer had 4 jeeps 53 69 74 93
In a jeep club for over 20 years
Britt, I have a 76 CJ5, completely original except for the 327 small block Chevy. I really hate that it has non-power drum brakes. Where can I get a good power disk brake kit from?
jaco5187 The Jeep Guy has them. Any disc brake setup off of a Dana 30 CJ axle 77-86 will bolt right on. Just google the item I know of at least a half dozen other companies that supply the entire kit or parts to piece it together.
The jeep guy is where I got my 11" drums from! Great guy and robbed the 11" drums off his grandfather's wagoneer to rebuild for me! 😂
I would have had to paint it blue and put the role bar in it... It would have been worth a lil more as far as a collector is concerned.
Cool video! The bumpers are from a company called “Dirtworx” in California. I have the same rear tire carrier
Great job Britt ! You now have a new subscriber. Looking forward to more content on older Jeeps. Seems most of the channels are all about the newer "cookie cutter" jeeps. Refreshing to see a channel like yours ! Keep up the good work. 😁
Thank you! Appreciate the kind words!
I have a 1968 cj5 that came with dual factory fuel tanks, one under each seat and the each have there own spout on each side.
Beautiful built., I’m building a 71 CJ five where in the hell did you get that right hand passenger side exhaust manifold at? I’m having trouble finding one for that side of the vehicle. I don’t want to put fender well headers on it and then the other headers available are hitting the starter any advice?
I like the wore out swampers.
Yo Brit. Will here. Great video, very knowledgeable. I own a 68-70 mashup CJ5 with rear gas filler, side spare, 225 Dauntless.
Question, what paint code are your rims? Someone painted over mine, I’ve been out of luck finding any info. Even Billy from S.V.E in CT was having trouble.
nice work
I had a 74 with a 350, fkn scary fun